The US Rare Cardiac Team Lead oversees the medical strategy for Rare Cardiac, manages a team, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures alignment with business goals while incorporating feedback from patients and healthcare providers.
ROLE SUMMARY
The US Rare Cardiac Team Lead is an integral member of the US Specialty Care Medical Leadership Team and is responsible for leading the US medical strategy for Rare Cardiac across all internal and external stakeholders. He/she leads a team of HQ Medical Affairs colleagues in providing disease and product expertise for ATTR-CM and tafamidis, while incorporating patients' and physicians' point of view. The Team Lead provides oversight and leadership for the short-term and long-term objectives in alignment with overall business goals. He/she partners with internal stakeholders in Field, Global Medical, Clinical, MEI and external experts to inform business planning and implementation.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
20-25%
Other Job Details:
Last Date to Apply for Job: February 5th, 2026
Additional Location Information: New York, NY; Collegeville, PA; Cambridge, MA; Groton, CT; Bothell, WA, Lake Forest, IL; La Jolla, CA; San Francisco, CA
Eligible for Relocation Package: No
#LI-PFE
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $254,100.00 to $403,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 25.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
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The US Rare Cardiac Team Lead is an integral member of the US Specialty Care Medical Leadership Team and is responsible for leading the US medical strategy for Rare Cardiac across all internal and external stakeholders. He/she leads a team of HQ Medical Affairs colleagues in providing disease and product expertise for ATTR-CM and tafamidis, while incorporating patients' and physicians' point of view. The Team Lead provides oversight and leadership for the short-term and long-term objectives in alignment with overall business goals. He/she partners with internal stakeholders in Field, Global Medical, Clinical, MEI and external experts to inform business planning and implementation.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Proactively incorporates patients' & physicians' voice in the development of medical strategies & tactics as well as the needs of customers, including payers.
- Ensures effective cross-functional and global partnership in the development and execution of medical deliverables, as appropriate
- Leads the development of the Medical Op Plan and manages medical resources / budget
- Oversees and coordinates key medical tactics, including data generation and communication plan, publication planning, ad boards, RC and MRC
- Leads the engagement of HQ and Field Medical Directors (in partnership with Field Leads) with the external community including KOLs and other external stakeholders to ensure that medical strategies reflect customer needs.
- Represents US Medical on key cross-functional workstreams (i.e. MSC, GMT, LCM)
- Provides medical support and input on labeling and regulatory interactions
- Supports activities related to safety evaluations and reporting requirements.
- Responsible for leading, managing, developing, and coaching HQ Medical team members across the US.
- Aligns the voice of US Medical Affairs, representing the HQ team in internal forums. Ensures US needs are considered and represented in global strategies & plans.
- Builds trust among team members and broader stakeholders by setting a highly visible example of medical excellence. Actively support development of direct reports, providing insights, direction and opportunities.
- Partners with Global Medical colleagues to understand Rare Cardiology pipeline, business development opportunities, key milestones and resources needs
- Oversees and coordinates any needs for clinical trial support and other needs for Rare Cardiology in the US
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
- MD required
- Significant industry experience, including a minimum of 5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs (preferably in the pharmaceutical industry); 3+ years of managerial experience
- Understanding of the drug development process
- Knowledge of health care economics and its impact on medical decision making
- Strong analytical skills
- Professional demeanor & excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with external customers /internal colleagues
- Customer-oriented approach and ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Proven strategic thinking skills and ability to interpret and implement strategic directions
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deal effectively with deadlines
- Creativity, resourcefulness, high energy and flexibility
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Networking and negotiation skills
- Business acumen
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
20-25%
Other Job Details:
Last Date to Apply for Job: February 5th, 2026
Additional Location Information: New York, NY; Collegeville, PA; Cambridge, MA; Groton, CT; Bothell, WA, Lake Forest, IL; La Jolla, CA; San Francisco, CA
Eligible for Relocation Package: No
#LI-PFE
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $254,100.00 to $403,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 25.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [email protected] . This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.
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